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The roller coaster of temperatures continues

Jacksonville will wake up Thursday to temperatures in the mid- to upper 30s.…

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Jacksonville filmmaker premieres story of serial killer

The movie tells the story of Billy Mansfield Jr., who killed five women between 1975 and 1980 and dumped a…

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ARTS PICKS | Dec. 13-15

Jacksonville’s annual Hispanic festival, a group show art opening in San Marco and the new Project Atrium piece at MOCA…

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3 days ago

Jacksonville tries many routes to comply with homeless law

Fifty-two people have been arrested and others bussed home to prevent homeless people from sleeping in public.…

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Blue Angels add Jax to the schedule in 2025

The Blue Angels had not scheduled an appearance in Jacksonville in 2025, but the schedule opened up when another show…

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Sweet treats on display at Gingerbread Extravaganza

The Gingerbread Extravaganza includes 25 cookie and candy creations on display through Dec. 28 at Old St. Andrews Church.…

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Arrest made in 39-year-old Camden County murders

A Camden County church deacon and his wife were shot to death during a Bible study class. The wrong man…

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Florida senators start filing bills for legislative session

Senators are gearing up for the 2025 legislative session, which will begin March 4.…

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December 9, 2024

After string of fires, mayor and chief take safety to the street

Firefighters passed out free smoke detectors and fire safety information after multiple fires in Jacksonville over five days.…

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December 9, 2024

V Pizza cooks up a new crust after complaints

V Pizza said customers have complained for years that its crust is not firm enough.…

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December 9, 2024

Hello, Avelo: Jax adds airline with flights to New Haven

Avelo Airlines will offer nonstop service between Jacksonville and Tweed-New Haven Airport on Friday and Mondays.…

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December 9, 2024

It’ll be Ole Miss and Duke in the Taxslayer Gator Bowl

This will be the first time these teams have met and Duke’s first appearance in the Gator Bowl.…

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December 9, 2024

Is there a Christmas tree crisis after 2024 hurricane season?

Many of Florida’s Christmas trees come from the Carolinas, which were devastated by Hurricane Helene.…

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December 9, 2024

A citrus comeback is budding in North Florida

Warmer temperatures and new technologies are helping a citrus industry born in St. Augustine.…

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December 6, 2024

NoCo Center could become apartments and grocery

A 16-story apartment building and grocery store could replace the former First Baptist Church main auditorium, now called NoCo Center.…

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December 6, 2024

Scammers want to make your holidays less merry

The FBI warns people to be careful of spoof charities and hurricane recovery scams.…

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December 6, 2024

Maple Street co-founder has a new idea: Breakfast tacos

After selling Maple Street Biscuit Co. for $36 million, Scott Moore is planning Calico Cactus, A Modern Taco Shop.…

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December 6, 2024

New Lincolnville park honors two ‘unsung heroes’

George and Ollie Smith are little-known pillars of the historically Black Lincolnville community.…

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December 6, 2024

Cold front arrives in North Florida; warmup to follow

The cold front will bring temperatures near freezing from the Panhandle to Jacksonville.…

Featured image for “Removed Douglas Anderson teacher was accused of sex with 14-year-old”
December 5, 2024

Removed Douglas Anderson teacher was accused of sex with 14-year-old

Previously unreported records explain the circumstances surrounding Corey Thayer’s removal.…

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December 5, 2024

Jumbo Shrimp’s stadium now called VyStar Ballpark

The ballpark’s new name is a result of VyStar’s merger with 121 Financial Credit Union.…

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December 5, 2024

UNF gets federal grant to restore national park shorelines

A nearly $800,000 grant from the National Park Service will help UNF restore the shoreline at three parks in Florida…

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December 5, 2024

Proposed law would restrict development in state parks

The legislation would prohibit development like the lodge and pickleball courts once proposed at Anastasia State Park in St. Johns…

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December 5, 2024

New Mini Market caters to Downtown crowd

The Mini Market sells snacks, gifts, groceries and more to meet the needs of Downtown workers.…

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December 5, 2024

Florida’s property insurance market is rebounding

Changes to Florida laws are working as intended to bring the property insurance market back from the brink of collapse.…

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December 4, 2024

Jacksonville volunteers welcome Gazan boy receiving medical treatment after bombing

In addition to Tuesday’s arrival in Jacksonville, the nonprofit HEAL Palestine has brought Gazan children to Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco,…

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December 4, 2024

Fallen firefighters honored, as one name is added to memorial

Fire Engineer Heath O’Shea was among 26 firefighters remembered during Fallen Firefighter Memorial Day.…

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December 4, 2024

Experts say UF meetings violated Sunshine Law

The UF board of trustees has met repeatedly in private settings where the public was not allowed to attend.…

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December 4, 2024

Two riverfront restaurants marketed at Four Seasons site

Colliers is promoting the Marina Restaurant and the Cafe on the Green at the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences.…

Featured image for “Residents prevail in fight against Pondry development”
December 4, 2024

Residents prevail in fight against Pondry development

A City Council committee voted against rezoning the former Allstate Campus to develop The Pondry residences and offices.…

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December 4, 2024

Federal judge will consider social media rules for minors

Starting Jan. 1, kids 13 and under will no longer be able to have a profile on certain social media…

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December 4, 2024

ARTS PICKS | Dec. 6-8

A storytelling competition, free concert Downtown, a local makers’ market, and free Flamenco fusion concert at the Beaches are this…

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December 3, 2024

Women’s pro soccer arrives in Jacksonville

Jacksonville’s first professional women’s sports team — the Sporting Jax soccer club — will kick off in August 2025.…